Paradox Live THE ANIMATION

In the near future, a unique metal known as “phantometal” is used to usher in a new trend into the hip-hop scene. Illusions are manufactured through emotions making a magnificent display for the “Phantom Lives” sweeping across the world.

cozmez, a team of twins named Kanata and Nayuta Yatonokami grew up in less-than-ideal circumstances. Living in the slums of society, the brothers make a living to support one another.

Ryu Natsume is a unique member of The Cat’s Whiskers. He doesn’t experience trap reactions when using phantometal and his past is wrapped in mystery. One day, Ryu finds a kitten and brings it home.

BAE pay a visit to The Cat’s Whiskers dressing room before the battle. Disregarding Allen and Anne’s respect for them, Hajun makes a harsh evaluation, but Ryu’s brief comment sets Hajun into a rage as he leaves the room.

Akanyatsura are a family full of chivalry. Each of them burdened by the trauma of a certain event, they think of each other as a family unrelated by blood.

Allen finds a rare vinyl from Buraikan in a second-hand record shop. Determined to purchase it, Allen takes on part time work. Meanwhile, Akanyatsura’s Hokusai, Satsuki and Reo have their eyes on the same record.

Shiki is forced to confront his inner demons to remember what happened "that night" with Nayuta.

In the run-up to BAE's challenge against Akanyatsura, Hajun suffers the consequences of his exposure to the Phantometal. His BAE teammates must enter his mind to save him.

After saving Hajun, BAE decide to go to a traditional Japanese inn with hot springs in search of tranquility. However, a legend that speaks of the good fortune attracted by a rainbow beetle that inhabits the area will transform this break into a meeting of rappers in search of the beetle.

Allen's past haunts him to the point that a reunion with his father causes him to flee from BAE's battle against cozmez.

The extra battle is coming up, but without BAE, Cozmez automatically wins. But another shock awaits Kanata...

Kanata has fallen into the clutches of an unscrupulous researcher. Can the others still save him?